Madame Tussauds in New York City has just unveiled a new wax figure of Selena Gomez, and fans are raving about its uncanny resemblance to the pop star. The figure, which was revealed on August 27 in an Instagram video, is dressed in a black and white-checkered two-piece outfit that Gomez previously wore while promoting her beauty brand, Rare Beauty, at Sephora in Paris.
The wax museum’s post was captioned, “What a ‘Rare Beauty’ she is indeed,” a nod to the 32-year-old actress and singer’s successful beauty line. Fans took to social media to express their admiration for the figure, with many commenting on how realistic it looks. “It actually looks like her omg,” tweeted one user, while another added, “For a second I thought she was real WTF.”
Selena Gomez Busy Year in the Spotlight
Selena has been having a busy year, from returning to her Disney Channel roots with a sequel series to Wizards of Waverly Place to being nominated for an Emmy Award for her role in Only Murders in the Building. She has also released new music and continued to grow her beauty brand, Rare Beauty.
In an interview with TIME in May, Selena Gomez emphasized that her company aims to promote self-confidence rather than the need to wear makeup. She also spoke candidly about the pressures of societal beauty standards, calling them “bulls**t.”
Personal Reflections and Relationship with Benny Blanco
Despite her success in music, Selena Gomez revealed that she finds touring emotionally draining, which is why she hasn’t toured since 2016. She mentioned that while performing live makes her incredibly happy, the experience takes a toll on her emotionally.
Selena Gomez has also been in the spotlight for her personal life, particularly her relationship with record producer Benny Blanco, whom she has been dating since mid-2023. The two have known each other for years and collaborated on music before developing a romantic relationship. However, Selena made it clear that Benny isn’t her only source of happiness. She reflected on the five years she spent single, during which she learned to embrace being alone and even made plans to adopt if she hadn’t met someone by the age of 35.
Conclusion
Selena’s new wax figure at Madame Tussauds is just another testament to her ongoing influence and success across multiple industries. Fans and visitors to the museum alike are sure to be thrilled by this lifelike representation of the beloved star.
